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    GlossaryB vitamins (B-complex)

    group of water-soluble vitamins essential for metabolism and energy

    B vitamins, also known as B-complex vitamins, are a group of water-soluble vitamins that play crucial roles in cell metabolism and energy production. They include eight distinct vitamins: B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). These vitamins are essential for various bodily functions, including red blood cell formation, nervous system health, and the synthesis of DNA.

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      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.

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      in Treatment  14 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.

      community 28M, For the past 8 months on 1.25mg of fin

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using 1.25mg of finasteride daily, without minoxidil or micro needling. He also took vitamin D3, K2, magnesium, and a B100 complex, reporting increased libido as a side effect.

      community Am discouraged, tried just about everything....

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has tried finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, retinol, topical finasteride, and ketoconazole for hair loss but continues to experience hair recession. They are considering adding oral minoxidil or RU58841 and are unsure about the next steps.

      community P5P supplementation for fin sides.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.